Math in Manufacturing: Fractions/Decimals

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Our focus this week will be on using fractions and decimals in the manufacturing workplace. We will learn how to properly measure, convert units of measure, and solve mathematical problems that require knowledge of fractions and decimals. You will be required to submit independent work as well as complete a group project for the week.

Below is a brief summary of the week's career exploration, mathematical contextualization, and class assignments:

Monday
Student Information form
Find the Math!
Reality Check
Measurement Game 1 Game 2
Intro to Measurement
Precision Measurement Tools
Basic Math Practice & Support; GED Math Support
Independent work: Measurement practice (units)
Journal: What challenges you most about math?
Group Project Challenge (lessons 1-3 due next Thursday)
WebMath: Converting Fractions to Decimals (Resource)

CLASSWORK

LEARN: MathTV Order of Operations

DO:


Homework: p.6-16; Math Readiness Quiz (DUE 12/1)
Tuesday
Math Skills Game (class warm-up)
Career Aptitude Test
Independent work: Measurement practice (English vs. metric)
Math for Construction
Journal: How will you use the new learning strategies to help you learn math?
Group Project (brainstroming)
Homework: p.17-27 (DUE 12/1)
Wednesday
Independent work: Measurement practice (metric conversion)
Homework: p.27-37
Thursday
Homework: Percent basics
Percent problems (video)
Percent self-check (10 probs)

Resources about the Manufacturing Field (optional)


Resources for Manufacturing Facts: National Association of Manufacturers

The Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation (MAPI)

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